Frequently Asked Questions
Website
For Kids Sake
What web browsers are supported?
The 4 Kids Sake website works best with an updated browser such as Chrome or Firefox.
What if contacts are not getting my fundraising emails?
Please register with a personal e-mail address to improve delivery of notifications. You can can change your account e-mail address in your profile.
The fundraising system sends messages on behalf of your registered e-mail address, so using a company address may result in delivery problems to other users in the company.
Common 4 Kids Sake questions and answers
See our 4 Kids Sake frequently asked questions page for common questions and answers.
Mentors/Youth/Matches
What is the process to become a Mentor?
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Complete a Volunteer Information Form online.
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Attend an info session at our office. This presentation provides an outline of the kids KSBBBS serves, the impact they are having on our community, match options and the enrollment process. Someone from your local office will contact you to schedule a time
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Complete the Volunteer Application and Preference sheet.
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Attend an in-person interview and home visit with a staff member.
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We conduct background checks and check your references.
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Learn about a few waiting Littles who we think would be a “best fit match” for you.
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Meet your LITTLE!
How do you acquire the youth for your program?
Youth can be referred by anyone to our program, that includes parents, teachers, counselors, family members, etc.
How many youth do you serve?
Thanks to our generous donors and volunteers, KSBBBS serves nearly 3,000 youth (5 to 25 years old) annually at no cost to the families
Why is there a one-year commitment?
It takes some time to develop trust in a relationship. Also, at times kids facing adversity have many variables in their lives, and KSBBBS is providing a positive role model to exemplify consistency, dependability and patience. Be a trusted adult friend to the youth: some of our youth have not had positive experiences with adults in their lives. Earning a Youth's trust and helping him or her learn to make connections to the community seem like little things, but they make a big difference. This means showing up and being consistent in their lives.
What other volunteer opportunities do you have?
Learn more about participating in For Kids Sake or join us for an upcoming event!
How much does it cost for my youth to be matched with a mentor?
Nothing! Thanks to the generous donors and support from our community, our youth are matched at no cost to the youth or their families.
What is the process for signing up a youth to get a mentor?
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Click here to go to the "Enroll Your Youth" form.
After completing the form, a KSBBBS representative will follow up with you within 5 business days or you can contact your local office.
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Meet your Match Support Specialist (MSS)
Every youth receives a KSBBBS employed specialist to help find them a Mentor! Once a youth is matched, the MSS will provide support to the match.
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Meet your Youth's Mentor
All of our matches are based on personality, interests, and location. Once a mentor matches these criteria for your youth, a match is formed and the mentoring relationship begins.
Privacy
What types of information does KSBBBS collect and how is it used
How does KSBBBS obtain information?
The "help" portion of the toolbar on most browsers will tell you how to stop accepting new cookies, how to be notified when you receive a new cookie, and how to disable existing cookies. Remember, though, without cookies, you may not be able to take full advantage of all our website features, such as participating in online games and sweepstakes.
Does KSBBBS share the information it obtains about me with third parties?
How does KSBBBS protect personal information?
How does KSBBBS update its Privacy Notice?
Does the KSBBBS website contain links to other websites?
How can I update my contact information?
Will I receive email from KSBBBS?
What if I prefer not to receive communications from KSBBBS?